Need for a clearly defined role for social work in mental health services, report says
There is a need for a clearly defined role for social work…
New guidance and training aims to stop inappropriate use of restraint in care settings
The government has launched new guidance that aims to reduce the use…
Trial placing mental health professionals in police stations and courts goes live
A trial testing a new model of liaison and diversion (L&D) has…
Ketamine “promising” new antidepressant, study claims
Ketamine is a “promising” new antidepressant that has had rapid effects on…
Parity of funding essential for future of mental health services
The NHS Confederation’s Mental Health Network has called for parity of funding…
Young adults publish guide for parents on mental health
A new guide focusing on young people’s emotional and mental health has…
New schizophrenia drug receives European go-ahead
An antipsychotic drug that is said to have fewer side effects than…
Nominations open for excellence in mental health practice awards
Nominations are now open for the Breakthrough Positive Practice Awards in Mental…
Celebrities raise awareness of bipolar disorder but not understanding of it, survey says
The majority of people in Britain agree that celebrities help to raise…
Young people with mental ill health admits fears over medication prescription
A third of young people admit to feeling scared when they were…